"As a new locksmith business owner myself, I think the Society of Professional Locksmiths is an excellent resource. Nobody here is a jerk or condescending or any of that. I know if I ask a question I will get a good answer and not be treated as a noob or an outsider or an idiot."

Funny!!! I feel the same way Mr.Anderson (possible long lost brother?)
I am so new that I dont even know my membership #...anyway hope I will always feel this way...nice to be treated with ,what I call, common decency .
Thank you a million Harvey!!
Thank you Brandt for carrying on such a great family name LOL!!
I am always open to learn or teach ,depending on what little I might be able to teach.
Be well , Michael

Membership number? Interesting concept. The Society of Professional Locksmiths doesn't issue membership numbers because our members are not 'numbers'. The are individuals who deserve respect by calling them by name.

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Lou Frascella, VST

3/23/2015 11:30:07

Funny Brandt, I just noticed this.
After taking a 7 year hiatus from the trade, I began searching for catch-up resources. I joined the SOPL in the beginnings, and it's the only place I've ever felt at home, I agree with you completely!
There were so many individuals on other forums that were complete butt heads, and not helpful at all.
I did a lot of catching up in a short period of time, a lot due to the SOPL resources and the folks in the members area. I've learned to be more flexible the past few years from interacting with the other members on our forum. It's like we're all old neighborhood pals, clowning and wisecracking with each other, etc..
It's been nothing less than an incredible growth experience for me, and I share your appreciation of the SOPL, I try to encourage membership where ever I can.
Blessings and well wishes to the founders and all that have worked so hard to create it.....Amazing!!